Arthritis
017 - ARTHRITIS SOCIETY
1-866-466-0501
| Southwestern Ontario Regional Office | Support and Info Line: 1-800-321-1433 |
| 400 York St., Suite 204, London, ON N6B 3N2 | Fax: (519) 433-7035 |
| Office Hours: | Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Ages Served: | People of all ages living with arthritis |
| Fee: | Funding is provided by the Government of Ontario and the Arthritis Society. Any equipment recommended is the client's responsibility. |
| Area Served: | Southwestern Ontario |
The Arthritis Society is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to search for the underlying causes and subsequent cures for arthritis, and promote the best possible care and treatment for people with arthritis. There are over 150 forms of arthritis, including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Lupus, Scleroderma, Gout, Fibromyalgia, Juvenile Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, etc.
Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program
Helping you manage your arthritis is at the heart of the therapy services offered by The Arthritis Society. Our physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers have advanced training in the management of arthritis. They are available to assess and provide a variety of services and ideas to assist people of all ages living with arthritis. These services can be provided at home, or in our clinic. For more information on how to access this service in Sarnia/Lambton, please call 1-866-466-0501.
The Arthritis Self-Management Program (ASMP)
ASMP gives you a chance to obtain new information, learn new skills, discuss new ideas, and network and share with others your experience of living with arthritis. The program runs for six weeks (2 hours per session) and is facilitated by our highly-trained volunteer leaders. For more information or to register for ASMP in Lambton County, please contact 1-866-466-0501 Ext. 240.
Chronic Pain Management Seminars
Are designed to teach skills and strategies for managing pain to larger groups. Seminars are 2 hours in length. To book a chronic pain program for your group contact 1-866-466-0501 Ext. 240.
Speakers' Bureau and Displays
We can arrange for a speaker to come to your group to talk about arthritis, treatment services for people with arthritis and about The Arthritis Society. The presentation lasts about 1 hour and is entitled "Points on Joints". In addition, Arthritis Information Tables can be set up free of charge for your special event or gathering.
Arthritis Education Forums
Provide you a more in-depth opportunity to enhance your knowledge on the latest in research, treatment and specific diseases. Call us for the dates of the next Arthritis Public Forum in the Sarnia/Lambton area.
Arthritis Support and Information Line - 1-800-321-1433
Help is only a phone call away. Staffed by trained volunteers, many of whom have arthritis themselves, the Arthritis Support and Information Line is your one stop access centre. We have the answers, or can help you get them. Free information packages about arthritis are also distributed upon request.
Sarnia/Lambton Chapter
We are always looking for leadership volunteers to help offer our services and support our critical fundraising activities. Volunteer-based chapters give you the opportunity to make a difference in your life and to give something back to your community. For more information on the Sarnia/Lambton Chapter of The Arthritis Society contact 1-866-466-0501 Ext. 224.
